(under subclass 278) Subject matter wherein the longitudinal axis of the orifice or passageway of one die is other than a straight-line continuation of the longitudinal axis of at least one other orifice or passageway.
(1) Note. The provision of one closed die that is pivotally mounted with respect to a second closed die is sufficient for placement in this subclass.
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277, for a metal-deforming device which may include closed dies.
285, for a metal-deforming device having a single closed die that may be pivoted with respect to other elements of the metal-deforming device.